New biotechnology product to make waterproof paper using natural enzymes

Wednesday, March 19, 2014 - 13:42 in Physics & Chemistry

A new aqueous compound to functionalize or modify the properties of paper and any other cellulosic material has been patented. The compound uses natural enzymes instead of the traditional chemical reagents, is biodegradable, and involves no environmental impact. Most important, it is easily applicable in the production process and requires no additional investment.

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